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[Android Head-Units] J33ZER:
OUKU Unbranded OS issue

Alright, so I'm doing some research involving infotainment systems and I need to root my OUKU Unbranded 6.2" 2 DIN Head Unit which is suppose to be running Jellybean 2.3.4...

Problem is that I think I got ripped off cause the OS its running isn't remotely close or similar to the Jellybean UI (also missing key settings, functionalities and apps such as google play store... actually there is no store at all)

Here's the versions I'm being shown:

- MCU version: EWAug 19 2014-17-13 13:00

- OS Version: V.Y002.200000.131122

- App Version: 60WIN8-A-THKR-2013-12-27

- DVD Version: D01132152 S9b0c0060

Platform: MT3360

The process for booting device into "update mode" also isn't the same from what I've tried.... volume button is only a knob and can't be pressed as most OUKU devices have access to this with just pressing a face button and holding down volume button...

Is there any way I can flash it to upgrade it to an actual android version (Jellybean in this case as limited hardware specs)? Please let me know if possible... I can provide more details if required... just want to see if this is doable instead of buying a new one. I'd also post a picture of the actual physical device with the UI so I could show exactly what I'm trying to say but I'm a new user and it won't let me post outside links just yet.
[Android Head-Units] Raven1783:
Ouku double din radio with win ce 6.0

So I bought this radio and everything works great on it the only thing that's really bugging me is that I can't take it off of the 24hr time frame and I want it on the 12hr time frame. If someone can help me with this I would really appreciate it.
[Android Head-Units] Flukester69:
You can't as far as I know. Depending on your nav software, it will show 12hr clock on nav. LOL. I am assuming you are on win ce version. This thread is nearly useless for us. This is more an Android thread.
[Android Head-Units] Raven1783:
Haha yeah the nav shows the 12hr time and yes it's the cd version, don't get me wrong I like the radio and it's good just the 24hr that suxs :/ I had read on a diff. Webpage that's there's a software update to get that option to switch the time from 24hr to 12hr if one wanted but it didn't give any links to it :(
[Android Head-Units] Raven1783:
Yeah it took me a while to figure out the correct time zone since it was all in Chinese
[Android Head-Units] Flukester69:
I used a camera translate too. Simple Chinese to English on my phone.
[Android Head-Units] Raven1783:
Really?? How is that? U take a pic or what?
[Android Head-Units] Flukester69:
Ya you could take a PIC or stare carefully while holding it pointed at display. Android free app.
[Android Head-Units] Raven1783:
Lol I'm gonna try to find the update link and hope as well that someone has some info on it
[Android Head-Units] Flukester69:
Good luck! Remember to post back. I'll see what I can stir up too.
[Android Head-Units] Raven1783:
I got it and good luck to u too
[Android Head-Units] gyroemunkee:
Does anyone have the MCU or know where I can find it on the internal SD?
[Android Head-Units] Duquexerez:
Continuous reboot

Hello friends, bought this radio 1 years ago more or less, but for some time I have a big problem, I have continual reboot, radio I restarts every 2 or 3 minutes, shuts off and turns on, I did restart of manufactures, but it has close remains the same, if anyone can give me any solution, I am very concerned , my version of MCU is 4.3.10.1-1-10-612101 and my version of Android 4.2.2 and my System version 2.9. 3_20150126.
[Android Head-Units] kyleabreu:
running 4.4.4 on UNBRANDED 6.2

Hey guys, This is my first post on this forum! i have used tips and tricks from this forum for over a year now! Thanks for all the help! reason I'm making this post is i have this stereo that i bought about 3 months ago. For some reason when i go to update using the files that are posted here i get UPDATE START and UPDATE FINISHED immediately after. i have exhausted everything to try and get it to work with no luck. So i gave up and emailed the company that sold me it, they sent me an update file and i installed it and for the first time it WORKED!! So now i have 4.4.4 on this stereo. Does anyone know how to root it with 4.4.4?? i would like to use a bluetooth dongle so i can use my Bluetooth gamepad to play SNES roms!! Also if anyone needs the update to 4.4.4 i can post it here!
[Android Head-Units] mscosta:
update to 4.4.4

Hi,

your radio is equal to the OP?

originally had: Android 2.3.4

CPU: 1GHz Cortex A8 FREESCALE I.MX535D

Ram: DDR3 512M

If so, you can post or send the upgrade file that you used?

thank you
[Android Head-Units] kyleabreu:
Thanks for the fast response. Mine is :

CPU - Cortex-A9 Dual Core

RAM - DDR3 1GB

Android 4.4.4

MCU 4.3.11-1-10-630101-150124
[Android Head-Units] williamginsa:
Win CE and Android Unit root?

Hi all, I apparently have the model that dual runs win CE and android. Does anyone have a clue as to how to root this? I am a relative newbie at this sort of thing and cannot find any links or videos about the process. I can find videos where people are in the win CE desktop on their stereo but not any explanation of how they got there. Any input or direction would be greatly appreciated!
[Android Head-Units] mishtevan:
Music management through external HD

Hi guys, I have a model that from I can tell, is identical with Android 4.4.

The unit works great, but my goal is to use a 1TB hard drive attached to the front usb port with a lot of music on it to play music from. While I can see the hard drive show up when looking in a file manager, I can't seem to get any audio software to see the music files or playlists to automatically manage it.

Does anyone have any advice on a good way to manage a large amount of music through this unit? Much appreciated! If this is discussed somewhere else I apologize, I just couldn't find it.

Thanks!!
[Android Head-Units] Flukester69:
Ya you need to go in via the debug or developer mode menu. You will see option to turn off CE. After 10 seconds of idle time though the windows interface disappears. Haven't found anything useful in it. No idea how to root it. Wish I knew.
[Android Head-Units] nosidefcp:
hi guys

i have the ouku 6.2 unit but with wince. its the one running with that theme/skin windows 8 look alike. im satisfied with it but i would like to try android. the unit phisicly is exactly the same as ouku android one.

when i bought it had a few bugs so the seller provided me an mcu to update it. can anyone have a look?

https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B_bQnax7_p7ONTNzYjJSNlZodVk
[Android Head-Units] Flukester69:
I know how to flash etc. I sent you a request for that file you should get that. Maybe I can figure out how to flash it. Did they say what it contained?
[Android Head-Units] nosidefcp:
i totally can flash the file. its the wince WIN 8 look alike firmware for the head unit. ive just post it so anyone who wants to try on their devices.
[Android Head-Units] Flukester69:
And you have the same unit as in this video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oF-gTy16p8c?

What process did you use to flash this? This looks more like an update than a whole ROM. Does it fix the spelling like on 'DAIL' instead of 'DIAL'
[Android Head-Units] nosidefcp:
i dindt notice that dial bug. gonna check it this afternoon. yes, i have the same unit. to flash, ive extracted to a formated micro sd card, just inserted in the card slot and turned on the unit. it will then start the flashing process

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the only bug ive noticed in the unit is that the menu has the option to change the led colors(blue, orange and red), but no mather what i choose, they will always stay blue
[Android Head-Units] Flukester69:
Ya I read about the changing light issue too apparently depends on wire you hook up to. I didn't bother with it. Also about updating. That is the method I know of. Just wanted to make sure. Cheers! I am currently in contact with the reseller to see if we can get any info on flashing android over this wince.
[Android Head-Units] nosidefcp:
[MENTION=4521820]Flukester69[/MENTION] can you tell me where did you get any info on the led color issue and the wiring related?thanks
[Android Head-Units] Flukester69:
I got a lot of my information here. Amfew of the reviews have good info and the comments, there is one guy with lots of info. I might have other links I'll grab them and post what I had of interest.
[Android Head-Units] Flukester69:
Dude are you sure we have the same unit? Did you look at the video I posted?? My unit is stuck on the calibration screen during the update. I can't seem to get out of it. Looks like I'm f'd. Is there a key to press to get out of calibration screen?
[Android Head-Units] nosidefcp:
The unit is the same as the video. Try again the flashing process. When the calibration apears, yoi cant press the marked spots on the screen?
[Android Head-Units] Flukester69:
Oh wheww!! Scared me there. Yes I see the marked spots. I press them the + goes to the next one. Has 4 numbered spots. But how to continue?! Just stays there.
[Android Head-Units] nosidefcp:
I think you have to press the 4 and thennin the middle. Make a video of the process and post here
[Android Head-Units] Flukester69:
No I got it to work. I wasn't pressing the X i was pressing circle ahead of it. Thanks. Now to see what changed. I can see the temperature display is still in the main UI. lol.
[Android Head-Units] Flukester69:
some previous links I had for the win ce deck

http://www.lightinthebox.com/window...s-bluetooth-ipod-touch-screen-tv_p827807.html (notice how DIAL is spelled right. On my unit its spelled DAIL)

I attached a word doc as well for a unit that is also pertinent to our unit. Wiring diagram etc.

Still haven't found the article for changing light colors, looking through emails etc. Not 100% it was a definite fix as I wasn't big on the color of my buttons.
[Android Head-Units] nosidefcp:
thanks. that fix about the led color would be awesome. i have all my inside lights red and the radio has only blue. kinda sucks
[Android Head-Units] Flukester69:
Problem is, is I didn't bookmark that. Thought it was in the doc I posted however I believe the information was buried here. http://www.amazon.com/Ouku-In-Dash-Double-DIN-Monitor-6-2-Inch/product-reviews/B00MDXWEWE

Huge amounts of posts to sift through. Would hate you go through it and didn't find it. Still looking though.

Edit: Search for illumination and look for Chiefs posts.
[Android Head-Units] nosidefcp:
In the user reviews?gonna look for it
[Android Head-Units] Flukester69:
Highly recommend reading through it all. Lots of good info.
[Android Head-Units] bbg1:
New UI

Hi all

I also have this 2DIN WINCE6 unit with win8 UI. Overall I'm satisfied with unit, except with radio. Its reception is weak and UI is horrible.

I saw on You tube that there is new UI for this unit, that has improved skin for radio with RDS and Radio text.

I got upgrade files from my reseller, but they are identical as the one, that was posted by nosidefcp.

Perharps someone has upgrade files with new UI.

On youtube search for 6.2 inch univesal car dvd player GPS New WIN8 UI Bluetooth RDS radio 2 din car stereo

Thanks
[Android Head-Units] vipersinu2:
I bought from lightinthebox it came from china smashed. Has anyone changed their digitizer. Any help would be appreciated.
[Android Head-Units] Flukester69:
Here you go....found it. It was in a thread on youtube. A review of unit. Hope this helps....

Patrick Gibbons

I finally got everything working on my Ouku 6.2" touch screen unit. The backlight issue is because on this unit (unlike most units) you have to hook up the illumination wire of the unit to a switched power source or illumination power source. I have a 2004 GMC Sierra and I tapped in to an illumination power source from my Heat/AC controls. I did it this way so the backlights will only come on when my other dashlights come on. If you tap off your switched power source your backlights will be on as soon as you turn the vehicle on (this is how most after market unit run). As far as the TV tuning goes you have to hook up an additional antenna to the IEC female input which is located next to your FM antenna input. I purchased the correct antenna off eBay for $10. Someo,e asked me my opinion about the durability of this unit and I would have to say you get what you pay for. It has worked great for the past 4 months and if you treat it right should last at least 5 to 7 years. I would say you might want to be extra cautious with this unit and manually turn it off before shutting off your vehicle and manually turn it on after the vehicle is started. This prevents the unit from taking a power surge when starting your vehicle.
[Android Head-Units] Raven1783:
In order to get my lights from the radio to come on I tapped into the power from the headlights switch that way when I turn on my lights the radio lights also come on how ever I can't seem to change the color of the lights from the unit. They stay blue only I would like to change them to red some time, think mine might have come damaged from that but oh well.
[Android Head-Units] Flukester69:
Oh crap man this wasn't about the button light colours. Sorry man.
[Android Head-Units] Raven1783:
Lol yeah no I fig. That from reading the post but I was hoping someone out here knew how to make them work the other 3 colors, by the way do u know if there's an update for this radio unit? Mine is the wince version 6.0 I believe.
[Android Head-Units] nosidefcp:
Thanks man, but the colors are also mu problem. The blue color works fine, just cant change the color also
[Android Head-Units] BiliTheAxe:
I have one of these units sitting in the trunk of my car at the moment, as I just upgraded to a quadcore one.

In reference to the blue button lights, you can't change them on the single core units. The feature never worked in those.

The feature works perfectly on the new system. It looks exactly like the unit you have too.
[Android Head-Units] Raven1783:
Ah good info thanks yo
[Android Head-Units] Closeenc:
I need it too even a phone number would be great ..or who supports this in America the U.S.

i cant get the unit to recognise the 5 gig drive or the other sd card i put in 16 gig..

ty IDeas?
[Android Head-Units] Raven1783:
You might have a defective unit I have no trouble with mine on that part.
[Android Head-Units] vipersinu2:
Company Name : Shenzhen Tonghai Creat Electronics Co.,Ltd.

Address : Floor 2nd,Building C11,Fuyuan Industrial Park,Xixiang Town,Baoan District,Shenzhen City,China.

Telephone : +86-755-2960 0972

FAX : +86-755-2960 0572

Contact Person : Allen Yang Direct Line : +86-13043466714

E-mail : yanghao@szcreat.com

Website : http://www.szcreat.com
[Android Head-Units] Ruthlez Ryn0:
I am helping a friend, who bought (what we think is the) generic 2 din model-TH8581GA. We came in to this conclusion by going thru several sites til we matched up the face plate. He bought it 2nd hand from someone overseas. All this research lead me to this thread, which I understand, you can help me establish if this is a real android or running the emulator. or do they all run emulator. He really just wants to know if its fake, can he root,recovery, and install custom roms. Any help is greatly appreciated.
[Android Head-Units] imableeblob:
4.4.4 OUKU Model version.

I have the new 4.4.4 Android head unit with the Model TH8581GA base. Heres some stats:

Size: 2DIN

System: Android 4.4.4

CPU: Quad core CORTEX A9 - 1.6 Ghz

Memory: 16GB iNAND

External Memory:	Up to 32GB/TF Card

Ram: 1GB DDR3

Display Ratio: 16:9

Screen Size: 6.2 inch

Screen Resolution: 800 x 480

THIS DEVICE IS RUNNING AN-21 U's versions.

So Here are my questions:

- Can I upgrade my unit with the AN-21 U's system upgrades? This unit is running one of the older versions with the four tiles per page.

- Any modded ROMS?

- Anyone else have this device?

- This device / version has also been put on the ford variant. Anyone know about the VW model?
[Android Head-Units] vipersinu2:
I finally found a replacement digitizer for my ouku radio and it works perfectly.
[Android Head-Units] kabinoff:
hey all, i have a few questions about my TH8829 MTK Wince GPS running windows 6.0 CE

1. Time, i'm in EST (-5) and in the "factory set menu" its all in chinese, i've tried all 3 factory set, and only 1 works but the time format is in 24hr and not 12. How can i resolve this issue?

2. Does anyone have any info on all the different settings in the Factory Set menu?

3. I would like to change the navigation. Its set to Km and not Miles, which is incredibly annoying, and i would ike something a bit more up to date and user friendly. ive been looking at mobilism but i'm confused as to whether or not my unit will be able to use any windows CE and how to install it. can i just load the files to the sd card, unzipped, and let the unit do the rest?

4. how can i clean up the interface, deleting any unwanted things such as calender and games?

5. can i do any updates?

thanks for all the help
[Android Head-Units] mister7000:
Speaking of digitizers...

Question: I have the OUKU 6.2 DVD pure android. Bought it a couple of years back very happy with it. Only issue is that it has a RESISTIVE touch screen. Is there any way to replace it with the CAPACITIVE touch screen ?

Has anyone done this ?

Thanks
[Android Head-Units] Flukester69:
Ya I think us with the WinCE versions are screwed. Unless a wizkid comes along who knows how to break this thing.
[Android Head-Units] Decapper:
You should be able to change screen, add patch to firmware.

But where do u buy screen?
[Android Head-Units] mister7000:
I've seen the retailers send you the screen when you are having issues instead of you returning the unit...

I'll reach out and see if they will sell..

Let's see.
[Android Head-Units] ronklo:
TH8581NC Front Camera/DVR input

Hello, I have a TH8581NC Android based HU. It has what looks like 3 video inputs. A "Camera In", "F-Camera/Aux Video In"(same cable) and "DVR Video In"

The "Camera In" input works with the backup cam when in reverse. There is a "Recorder" orange video camera Icon on the screen which I believe is a Front Camera / DVR recorder, using either the F-Camera or DVR video input, but neither one picks up video. I have tried a couple cameras. When I touch the Recorder icon, it briefly shows another recorder icon and a "Settings" icon. If I don't touch anything or tap the 2nd recorder icon, they disappear after a couple seconds and goes to the last screen. If I tap the menu button quick enough, I get options for "Storage Path", Resolution choice", "Sound record", "Clip time", "Auto Start", and "Saved File"

It seems to create a folder named "V" in the storage location I've choosen. A couple times it created a file (MP4 I think) in there but it was only about 4KB or so but it would not play, either on the unit, or on another PC.

Is there a program I can use to display video from these video input ports? I am able to view video on the F-Camera/Aux Video input using the AUX (green Icon with headphone plug)

Also, is there an app I can use on my Samsung S3 (work phone so I can't root it) that can mirror my phone to the HU and see & reply to text msgs on ?

Specs are: Cortex-A9 dual core, 1GB ram, Vndroid ver 4.4.4 MCU Ver 4.3.13-1-10-610101-150413 System Ver 2.9.5_20150413.

Thanks..
[Android Head-Units] mister7000:
OUKU - Unbranded 6.2&quot; 2 DIN Android Car Stereo Radio Head Unit

Where were you able to purchase it ?

How much ?

Did you have to specify, resistive or capacitive ?
[Android Head-Units] Daniel1971:
Need firmware download for android double din stereo ouku model th8581ga
[Android Head-Units] Closeenc:
Firm ware download how do i get it ? how do i put it in the system ty

how do i get it ? how do i put it in the system ty
[Android Head-Units] tao13:
hi all , can upgrade 2 din mcu kld from wince to android?

Hi all

I havea 2 din car stereo with wince on it (i think),

Can i put an android on it?

at firmware version i have these:

mcu kld 12.14

dvd v03.26

hmi v11.07

Many thanks in advance
[Android Head-Units] tin2001:
No. The WinCE units can't have Android installed.

Reasons:

It's quite likely the hardware isn't high enough spec (the CPUs are generally slower, and there's less RAM).

Hardly anyone would benefit from developing an Android build for such hardware.

Building a working Android system, and the kernel, and a bootloader for uncommon custom hardware is very difficult. It's not even remotely like building a custom ROM for well known phones.

Once you had a working build of Android, you'd then need to create apps and services to handle the MCU. Without this there's no bluetooth, no button controls, probably not even working volume control.

Find someone who would use it for music only, sell it to them, and buy a pure Android unit.
[Android Head-Units] tiagodanielf:
Does anybody knows this Ouku model

Hi everyone,

I was browsing the usual web shops to find an 7" android car radio. I found this weird Ouku car radio/tablet hybrid and wonder if anyone has more information/experience with it.

I couldn't find a consistent model name for this, sorry for that.

Since I can't post links yet, just search for "OUKU 2015 New Style Indash 7" Inch Android 4.2 Tablet Double 2 Din Universal Auto Car DVD Player 1024*600 TFT digital Capacitive Touch Screen,Support GPS Navigation,3G,WIFI,Bluetooth,iPod,CPU Allwinner A31S,2GMB DDR3 RAM,16GB ROM Flash,Support HDMI 1080p,720p full screen HD output,Detachable Panel" in Amazon.com, or "car-pad DM7841C" in youtube.

Thank you for helping!
[Android Head-Units] Zornox:
Just bought this headunit. Wanting to Root and Custom Rom

I believe I have finally found out that I have bought this OUKU Unbranded headunit. Been doing some research to find out the model and make and all that. Any ways, Can I be pointed in the right direction to root and put custom roms on this device? Currently I don't like the way it's setup from the way it came. It has Android 4.4.4 With the MCU version 4.3.14-1-10-610101-150525 and the system version 2.9.5_20150722. Much help appreciated thanks.
[Android Head-Units] shadowcliffs:
Which hu have you bought, the one in OP? Isn't that an very outdated one?
[Android Head-Units] Zornox:
The 6.2 DD HU Yes I believe. Regardless if it's outdated or not. It has 4.4.4 Kitkat on it. These units can be rooted and put a custom rom on it. That's why I added my System Version and MCU in the begin with. So I can be pointed in the right direction to help me do so.
[Android Head-Units] shadowcliffs:
Can you post a link to the model you purchased?
[Android Head-Units] Zornox:
Yeah. This is the one http://www.ebay.com/itm/GPS-Navi-An...Radio-Stereo-DVD-Player-Camera-/151970540385?
[Android Head-Units] shadowcliffs:
Mind sharing what made you chose this one? Is it better than many other android head unit out there?

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[Android Head-Units] Zornox:
I honestly liked it because it has the dials and buttons on both sides. I didn't know what type of Android version I was going to get or how the GUI was gonna be set up. After getting it. It didn't have a 2nd SD slot as I hoped for gp. But it does have 8GB interal flash storage which is a pain because all other apps for music doesn't recognize the SD card as storage. Just the internal. That's why I want to change the ROM and root the thing.
[Android Head-Units] Sc4ryB3ar:
I just tried to search in the XDA labs app, and I cant figure out how to search a thread.....so I'd like to ask...

Has anyone tried and successfully installed ViPER4Android on this unit?
[Android Head-Units] Spanky1967:
Can anyone explain how to add external apps to my ouku 6.2...... Like winamp? Very new to the site. Can the display image be changed?